AI Pre-Sales Scientist

Analytic Science - Pre-Sales Lead Scientist

Analytic Science - Pre-Sales Lead Scientist

Apply locations: London, United Kingdom Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted Yesterday Job requisition id: 30622

About FICO

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in over 100 countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfill your career potential!

The Opportunity

As an AI Pre-Sales Scientist, you will communicate FICO's AI/Gen AI and machine learning/analytic methods and innovations to clients, supporting sales efforts for FICO's solutions that manage risk, combat financial crime, build profitable customer relationships, and meet regulatory requirements. You will engage with mid-level management and technical audiences to demonstrate FICO's product differentiation and IP, support sales presentations, and gather customer feedback to inform product development.

What You'll Do

• Enhance engagement with internal and external stakeholders on AI/Gen AI topics.
• Drive customer understanding of FICO's AI/Gen AI products, aligning customer needs with machine learning and analytic methods.
• Provide feedback for product development based on customer interactions.
• Participate in research to identify emerging AI/Gen AI trends and technologies to develop new products and expand our IP.
• Lead external communications, including speaking engagements, collateral, presentations, and social media messaging.
• Create proof of concepts, product demos, respond to RFIs/RFPs, and prepare sales proposals.

What We're Seeking

• MSc in computer science, engineering, physics, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or natural sciences, with hands-on data science experience including AI/Gen AI and machine learning.
• Experience analyzing large data sets, data cleaning, and statistical analysis.
• Proven experience with at least three machine learning algorithms (e.g., neural networks, logistic regression, random forests).
• Proficiency with Java and Python, understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Experience with AI/Gen AI frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS SageMaker or Azure Machine Learning.
• Ability to translate business problems into solutions.
• Strong communication skills; bilingualism/multilingualism is a plus.
• Willingness to travel (50% - national and international).

Our Offer to You

• An inclusive culture aligned with our core values: Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers, Earn Respect.
• Opportunities for professional growth and impactful work.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and rewards.
• An engaging, people-first environment with work/life balance, resource groups, and social events.

Why Join FICO?

At FICO, you will develop your career in one of the fastest-growing fields in tech - Big Data analytics. You'll contribute to our mission to help businesses improve decision-making using AI, machine learning, and optimization.

FICO makes a difference worldwide:

• Credit Scoring - Used by 90 of the top 100 US lenders.
• Fraud Detection - Protects 4 billion payment cards globally.
• Lending - Used in 75% of US mortgages.

Join us to be part of a diverse, inclusive environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. We support your growth and career development. Apply now at

FICO is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they don't meet every qualification listed. Your unique strengths are valued.

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